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H-1B Filing & Petition in Boston, MA

Boston employers certify LCAs for the Boston-Cambridge-Newton MSA, then submit Form I-129 H-1B petitions.

Boston ranks #17 nationally with 2,551 H-1B petitions.

MSA: Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH · All MA H-1B cities →

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Filing an H-1B transfer in Boston?

Change-of-employer guide for HR — timeline, documents, and flat-fee filing.

Transfer employer guide

We handle every step — H-1B filing in Boston

  1. 1

    Create employer account

    We onboard your company for Boston, MA sponsorship — sign up, add your profile, and choose lottery or full H-1B filing.

  2. 2

    Start a case & invite candidate

    We manage candidate intake for your Boston worksite — send a secure invite and we collect passport, degree, and resume for LCA and petition prep.

  3. 3

    Certify LCA with DOL

    We prepare and file the LCA with correct Boston-Cambridge-Newton, MA-NH prevailing wage, SOC code, and worksite. Notice posting and PAF included.

  4. 4

    Prepare Form I-129 petition

    Our immigration lawyers prepare Form I-129, draft the employer support letter, and assemble the evidence packet for your Boston worksite — structured to reduce RFE risk.

  5. 5

    Submit to USCIS & track

    We file with USCIS on your behalf. Track receipt notices, RFEs, and approval in your employer dashboard.

The best H-1B filing service for Boston employers

Boston and Cambridge sponsor researchers and engineers across biotech and fintech.

  • Dedicated immigration lawyer on every petition — not software-only filing
  • Among the highest H-1B approval rates in the industry
  • Workflows designed to reduce RFE risk before USCIS review
  • Flat fees: $999 lottery · $2,999 filing — no surprise hourly bills
  • Secure employer dashboard + candidate document portal
  • LCA, prevailing wage, PAF, and I-129 petition steps tracked in one place

Top industries in Boston

  • Biotech
  • Fintech
  • Healthcare
  • Robotics
  • EdTech

Most sponsored roles

  1. 1.Research Scientist
  2. 2.Software Engineer
  3. 3.Data Scientist
  4. 4.Biostatistician
  5. 5.Associate

Boston filing checklist

  • LCAs must list the correct Boston worksite address and prevailing wage for the local MSA.
  • Public Access File (PAF) documentation is maintained as part of our LCA workflow.
  • Change-of-employer and extension petitions are supported — not just lottery filings.
  • Form I-129 petitions should document specialty occupation and wage level clearly.

Flat pricing

Lottery $999 · Filing $2,999

File in Boston

H-1B filing in Boston — FAQ

How do I file an H-1B petition for an employee in Boston?

File a certified LCA with the DOL for your Boston worksite, then submit Form I-129 to USCIS. On h1bfiling.com, create an employer account, start a case (Boston, MA worksite), invite your candidate, and our lawyers prepare the LCA and I-129 petition — flat fee $2,999.

What is the difference between H-1B filing and an H-1B petition in Boston?

"H-1B filing" is the full process: LCA certification, Form I-129 petition assembly, and USCIS submission. The petition (I-129) is the formal request to USCIS. h1bfiling.com handles both for Boston employers in one workflow.

How long does an H-1B petition take for Boston employers?

LCA certification typically takes 7–14 days (longer if flagged). USCIS I-129 processing varies by service center and premium processing. Most Boston employers complete document collection and LCA prep in 2–4 weeks on h1bfiling.com before USCIS submission.

Can I transfer an H-1B employee to my Boston worksite?

Yes. Change-of-employer H-1B transfers require a new LCA for your Boston location and a new I-129 petition. Candidates already in H-1B status skip the lottery. AC21 porting may apply upon USCIS receipt.

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